I.U.O.E. Local 39 Training Department

All businesses in California that test or service automatic
fire extinguishing systems in house must obtain
a type “L”license through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Building owners are granted State Fire Marshal licenses if they
meet certain work experience and/or training requirements and
pass an on-site field inspection of their facility.

The Type “L” License

All businesses in California that test or service automatic fire extinguishing systems in house must obtain a Type “L” License
through the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Building owners are granted State Fire Marshal
licenses if they meet certain work experience and/or
training requirements and pass an on-site field inspection
of their facility.

The Type “L” License:

1. Applies to all automatic sprinkler testing up to and including the annual test.
2. Applies to all dry and wet standpipe testing up to and including the annual test.
3. Applies to all testing and maintenance of the outside privately-owned fire hydrants.
4. Allows building owners to run weekly fire pump tests, but only by a certified fire pump operator.

How to Obtain a Fire Pump Certification

All personnel who test and run fire pumps MUST have a fire pump certification.

1. The Engineer must fill out an application for a weekly fire pump test certificate.
2. The Engineer must take a 30 question written test given by the office of the State Fire Marshal. The examination is based on NFPA 20 and NFPA 25 California Edition
3. The building owner must have a Type “L” License